We are now on our 6th vitamin and I hope that you continue to take them monthly and see results.

Food for Thought - "When life's situations are more than you can bear, be sure to give it to the One that can bear it for you" BYWH

Remember, the Chaplaincy of NOBLE is available to you, for you and about you.

F - When Facing difficulties, take time to look in the mirror; face yourself and say "I can".

F - The Favor of God is for you and your family.

F - Find the time to embrace yourself first before embracing others.

F - Family is one of the greatest relationships and connections you can have.

F - The Future is like faith, you can't see it but you believe it's on the way.

F - If you could shoot a Film of your personality, what superhero would you be?

F - A Foul can mess up your game, but 2 flagrant fouls can end it.

F - Acquaintances are like a continental breakfast, but real Friends are a full course meal.

"Face your difficulties with the Favor of God. Find the time for Family for they are your Future. After you make your Film don't allow your ego to cause a Flagrant Foul. Acquaintances are necessary, but real Friends are a requirement."

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H & R Block Non-Profit Referral Program!H&R Block will donate $20 to NOBLE for each new client* that visits an H & R Block location and has their 2013 taxes prepared Click Here to print out the referral form.

In Memoriam

Milton Rick Miller

New York Chapter Member

Milton Rick Miller was a United States Marine Corps veteran and lifetime NOBLE Member, with a passion for public service. His commitment and dedication to ensuring "Justice by Action" enabled him to serve on the Education & Training, Election, Health and Wellness, Membership, Political Action, and NOBLE Mentors Committees. His Legacy will be continued by the many Explorers, and children, he mentored, and groomed into productive men and women.

Law Enforcement Officers Lost in the Line of Duty

February 27, 2016, Prince William County (VA) Police Department Officer Ashley Guindon was shot and killed while responding to a domestic dispute call. Two other officers were also shot and wounded. The suspect was arrested at the scene. Officer Guindon had been sworn in the previous day and was working her first shift as a Prince William County Police Officer. Officer Guindon is the eleventh officer to have been shot and killed in 2016 and the first officer fatality from the Commonwealth of Virginia.

February 24, 2016, Park County (CO) Sheriff's OfficeCorporal Nate Carrigan was shot and killed while serving a high-risk eviction notice. Two other officers were wounded during the incident. Corporal Carrigan is the tenth officer to have been shot and killed in 2016 and the second officer fatality from the state of Colorado.

February 20, 2016, Mississippi Department of Public Safety - Bureau of Narcotics Special Agent Lee Tartt was shot and killed while making entry into a home during a barricade situation that stemmed from a domestic disturbance. Three other officers were wounded during the incident. Special Agent Tartt is the first officer fatality from the state of Mississippi.

February 11, 2016, Riverdale (GA) Police Department Major Greg Barney was shot and killed while assisting the Clayton County (GA) Police Department execute a no-knock drug warrant on a house. Major Barney was working the exterior of the house when the suspect exited through the rear. The suspect shot Major Barney and was then shot by Clayton County Police Officers. Major Barney was transported to the hospital where he succumbed to his wounds. Major Barney is the first officer fatality from the state of Georgia.

February 11, 2016, Fargo (ND) Police Department Police Officer Jason Moszer died of a gunshot wound sustained the previous day. Officer Moszer responded to a domestic disturbance call in which a suspect was armed. While on the perimeter of the scene, Officer Moszer sustained a single gunshot wound and succumbed to the injury the following day. Officer Moszer is the first officer fatality from the state of North Dakota.

February 10, 2016, Tulare County (CA) Sheriff's Department Deputy Sheriff Scott Ballantyne and a civilian pilot were killed in an airplane crash. After assisting ground deputies with the arrest of a suspect brandishing a firearm, the single engine aircraft Deputy Ballantyne was a passenger in crashed. No distress calls were made from the aircraft. Deputy Ballantyne is the first officer to have died in an airplane crash in 2016 and the first officer fatality from the state of California.

February 10, 2016, Mesa County (CO) Sheriff's Department Deputy Sheriff Derek Geer died of gunshot wounds sustained on February 8, 2016. Deputy Geer responded to a call of a man with a gun, came upon the suspect while on foot and engaged the suspect in an interview. During the interview, the suspect began to flee and Deputy Geer deployed his taser. The suspect then produced a handgun and shot Deputy Geer several times. Deputy Geer was transported to the hospital where he remained on life support until February 10, 2016. The suspect was apprehended an hour after the shooting. Deputy Geer is the first officer fatality from the state of Colorado.

February 10, 2016, Harford County (MD) Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff Patrick Dailey and Deputy Sheriff Logsdon were shot and killed after responding to a call for service at a local restaurant. Deputy Dailey entered the restaurant and sat down next to the suspect. Almost immediately, the suspect produced a handgun and shot Deputy Dailey in the head then fled the scene. Deputy Logsdon confronted the suspect in the parking lot and was shot and killed by the suspect. Responding deputies shot and killed the suspect. Deputy Dailey is the first officer fatality from the state of Maryland.

February 10, 2016, Harford County (MD) Sheriff's Office Deputy Sheriff Mark Logsdon and Deputy Sheriff Dailey were shot and killed after responding to a call for service at a local restaurant. Deputy Dailey entered the restaurant and sat down next to the suspect. Almost immediately, the suspect produced a handgun and shot Deputy Dailey in the head then fled the scene. Deputy Logsdon confronted the suspect in the parking lot and was shot and killed by the suspect. Responding deputies shot and killed the suspect. Deputy Logsdon is the second law enforcement fatality from the state of Maryland.

February 5, 2016, Seaside (OR) Police Department Sergeant Jason Goodding was shot and killed while he and another officer attempted to serve an arrest warrant. The suspect shot Sergeant Goodding three times. A second officer on the scene returned fire, injuring the suspect. Sergeant Goodding is the first law enforcement fatality from the state of Oregon.

In honor of Black History Month, we honor Dr. Ed Rhodes who became the first black Alaska State Trooper in 1966.

NOBLE Member Tonya D. Chapman

Sworn in as New Portsmouth, VA Police Chief

The City of Portsmouth, VA has a new police chief and she's the first African-American woman who has been appointed to the position. Tonya D. Chapman was sworn in as Chief of Police on Monday, February 22, 2016. She had most recently served as the Deputy Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security for the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Adopt-a-Bill Program helps us to focus on larger obligations.

As members of NOBLE you all unselfishly give of your time and experience, but another way you can practice generosity and support for NOBLE is to Adopt-a-Bill. NOBLE is the only minority law enforcement organization with its own building; and this achievement is one that we are all proud of. Along with ownership come recurring expenses; mortgage, insurance, utilities and communication services and one-time expenses that are necessary for the success of our mission. You could help by participating in our Adopt-a-NOBLE Bill program where you could contribute towards the power bill or supplies. You could pay all or a portion of a larger bill or tackle a smaller one.

You will receive a personal note of appreciation from the executive director and your receipt will assure that your contribution will go specifically to the bill that you indicate. Your generosity will also be acknowledged in the NOBLE Executive Update and at our national conference as an example of demonstrated member responsibility.

Remember to check with your tax consultant as your donation may be tax deductible.